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Independence Day is a great holiday for spending time with the family or a loved one and celebrating the birthday of the United States as well as our heritage as Americans. You’ll feel right at home in our small town of Oscoda this July and the fireworks celebrations along the Sunrise...

With summer in full swing in June, we are ready to get out on the cool waters of Lake Huron. Set sail on the waters of the picturesque Tawas Bay aboard the schooner Appledore V for the two-week-long sailing celebration, Tawas Bay Day Sails. Discover the true beauty of the Sunrise Side of...

Upcoming in June, Michigan is hosting a two-for-one free recreation weekend that is jam-packed with some serious outdoor adventures and fun. It’s the perfect time to enjoy your favorite hobby during your visit or learn something new alongside your special someone.

May means much more than warm weather to those of us that live along the AuSable River. It means one of our top attractions is open for business again! Starting Memorial Day Weekend, the AuSable River Queen starts her season of two-hour round trips on the waters of the beautiful and scenic...

Looking for a premier location to catch sight of some migrating birds? Michigan’s Sunrise Coast has some of the best birding and spring migration birding in the Great Lakes region! Tawas Point in particular is well known for its high density of migrating warblers in May, so it’s only...

A great way to relax and unwind while also getting outdoors during your stay at the Huron House is with a game at one of our many golf courses nearby. With some of the top golf courses in Michigan, Oscoda is perfect for enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty of the Lake Huron shores while...

The Sunrise Coast Birding Trail and Greenways Birding Trail explore the remarkable natural habitat of the Lake Huron coast, even in winter. Birders will delight in observing common, threatened, or endangered birds along the coast and inland as well. Unique to the region is the Kirtland’s...

Sometimes, some serious retail therapy is needed during our travels and the Tawas area offers a whole host of artisan makers and craftsmen that make shopping an exciting time to discover something new or find our old favorites. In Tawas, shop the artisan-made ceramics of Summerfield Pottery for...

The Tawas Bay area’s annual winter festival, Perchville USA, takes place from January 31st to February 3rd. Activities include a kick-off breakfast, “chilly” cook-off, polar Bear plunge, fishing competitions, parade, softball on ice, and much more! Thousands of spectators flock...

You’ve heard the word before but what does it really mean? Formed from a combination of two Sanskrit words that translate to ‘I bow to you,’ namaste is a meaningful greeting or salutation of respect that expresses acknowledgment from one soul to another. In other words, the...

Winter may be one of the best times to enjoy the Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail. With seven wineries and three microbreweries (and no crowds!), you’re guaranteed to have a great time discovering the flavors of our region on Michigan’s friendliest wine trail. As you travel, take...

The drive west to Hale for the township’s annual Winterfest is half the reason why you should go. With twenty miles on River Road, the National Scenic Byway that follows the Au Sable River, you’re guaranteed to catch sight of some breathtaking views of our pristine winter landscape....

Oscoda is the eastern gateway to Michigan’s snowmobile trail and at the Huron House, your location couldn’t be any better. If you’re an outdoor adventurer, thrill-seeker, or winter sports fanatic, Oscoda is the town for you this season. The Huron Snowmobile Trail connects to...

There’s plenty to do in and around Oscoda, but taking a short road trip south to East Tawas and the Tawas Bay ensures you’ll never run out of activities and sightseeing locations. It’s also a prime spot for some serious retail therapy (commonly referred to as “shopping...

Few things can compare with a Sunrise Side bike excursion along the shoreline of Lake Huron. As one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the entire state, the Huron coast features marshes, cobble and sand beaches, low dunes, meadows, ferns, conifer forests, islands, and swamps providing...

Located at the mouth of the Au Sable River, Oscoda is known for its proximity to the huge Huron National Forest. Within its wild borders, visitors will find the River Road National Scenic Byway and all it has to offer: scenic vistas, endangered wildlife, and access to hiking and driving tours....

To truly get to know a place, you have to eat its food. So, it’s only natural that we suggest some fresh, locally-grown food and produce during your stay. There’s no better place than the Northeast Michigan Regional Farm Market held every Wednesday from 9 AM to 2 PM at Shoreline Park...

A staple in the community since the 1940s, Tawas Creek Golf Course offers a pleasant experience for golfers of any skill level. Located just south of the Huron National Forest along the shores of Lake Huron, the tranquil setting in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula is unparalleled. The eighteen-...

Summer is just about over so it’s now or never if you’re visiting and want to experience some of the area’s beaches. It is the Great Lakes, after all, and you shouldn’t be heading home without first pushing your toes into our famous sugar sand and sharing a romantic walk...

Ranked first by Golf Digest in the US for Best New Resort Course, the Lakewood Shores golf resort offers three unique world-class golf experiences. Tackle the newest course, Blackshire, or enjoy the classic parkland design of the Seradella with over 50,000 flowers displayed. Or maybe the...

Canoeing has an ancient history on this continent, but Oscoda’s HUP race celebrates the parts about Oscoda’s history and heritage is rooted in the waters of the Au Sable River and canoeing has always been a regular part of life in the region. Canoes provide us with a rare vantage...

From kiteboarding and kayaks to paddleboards and full-on sailing, Tawas Bay knows its water sports. Some might say a little better than we know our biking, hiking, woodland exploring, and snowmobiling, but that’s a matter of opinion. Either way, it’s summertime so we are taking to...

Schedule a golf getaway with some friends and a stay at the Huron House or pass some time on the green while you’re here to escape the stresses of daily life. Either way, if being outdoors helps you relax, unwind, and just feel all around better, book some tee time at Red Hawk Golf Club....

Just a short time more and it’s Free Fishing Weekend in Michigan! On June 9th and 10th, take advantage of all the great lakes and rivers Michigan has to offer. Pack you waders, bring your rod, and book your room at the Huron House. It’s about time you escape and enjoy the peaceful...